Hiring News

At NSE-listed companies, women hold 21% of board seats at NSE-listed firms: Report

Nearly 97% of NSE-listed companies have appointed at least one woman director by March 2025, highlighting the impact of regulatory requirements to improve gender diversity. However, the pace of further improvements has slowed, with only modest growth in numbers of women in executive roles or as MD/CEO.

Industry Trends

5 reasons you must master the art of delegation to be a great leader

Effective delegation is vital to leadership success as it enhances productivity, empowers team members, fosters collaboration, and minimizes stress. By assigning tasks to the right people, leaders can focus on strategic goals, build trust within their teams, and encourage skill development.

Hiring News

For India Inc, the struggle is real to incorporate AI in hiring

Hiring has become challenging as AI reshapes the landscape. AI is not just improving the hiring process but forcing companies to prioritize skills over credentials. Human abilities like communication and creativity now hold more value. Organizations that adapt to these changes will thrive in the AI-driven innovation economy.

Startup Funding

Most CEOs plan to integrate AI into their operations: Cisco Study

Nearly 80% of global CEOs recognize the benefits of AI, but concerns remain about knowledge gaps affecting decisions and growth, according to Cisco Systems. The research reveals over 70% of CEOs worry about losing competitive ground due to IT and infrastructure deficiencies, underscoring the need for robust technology investment.

Hiring News

Top 5 HR trends to embrace for a future-ready workforce in 2025

HR leaders must proactively shape the future of work by integrating AI, fostering agility, and leveraging generational diversity. Key trends include value engineering, reimagining workflows with AI, maintaining skills inventories, and adopting a blended workforce model to stay competitive in a dynamic environment.

Hiring News

AESC announces four new appointments to its 2025 Board of Directors

The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC) has named four new appointments to its 2025 Board of Directors. K Sudarshan from EMA Partners India, Pilar Brogeras from Stanton Chase, Ruth Curran from Spencer Stuart, and Julia Scheffer from AltoPartners have joined the global board.

Hiring News

How can leaders build employee centric organizations?

Organizations are attempting to prioritize employee-centric policies amidst a multigenerational workforce, focusing on skill development, work-life balance, and workplace safety. However, inconsistencies in implementation and support highlight areas for improvement. Employers are committed to enhancing productivity and welfare but face systemic challenges and resource limitations.

Salary / Compensation

200+ CXOs pop up in million-dollar pay list

The elite club of CXOs earning over a million dollars at India's top 200 listed companies grew by 19% in the past fiscal year, reaching 213 executives. Their total compensation was ₹5,144 crore, up 20.86% from the previous year. Abhay Bhutada, former managing director at Poonawalla Fincorp, was the highest earner with ₹241.21 crore.

New Job Openings

Where are the women? Men dominate 81% of India Inc's corner offices

Indian women occupy just 19% of C-suite positions, lagging behind the global average of 30%, according to Avtar. Work-life integration challenges, gender bias, and a lack of qualified candidates hinder their leadership progression. Attrition rates remain an issue, necessitating systemic reforms and diversity-driven leadership searches to foster equitable opportunities and improve organizational culture.